Goals

The goals of the High Ability Learner (HAL) Program are:

• To provide appropriately challenging educational experiences that will encourage students to learn, to challenge themselves, and to contribute positively to society.

• To facilitate in each student the development of a healthy self-concept, an understanding of human diversity, and the life skills necessary for personal success and responsible living.

Philosophy for HAL

In the continuing pursuit of educational excellence, the Millard Public Schools will recognize and develop the unique talents and diverse qualities of students with high academic, intellectual, creative, and/or artistic ability so that each child will be challenged to achieve his or her full potential.  This will be accomplished through:

• a partnership of students, home, school and community,
• clearly defined criteria for identification and curriculum development and measurable standards of student performance, and
• broad-based and diverse educational opportunities.

Definition of High Ability Learner

High Ability Learner students differ markedly from their peers in abilities, interests, and psychological maturity.  The High Ability Learner gives evidence of high performance capability in areas of intellectual capacity and/or specific academic disciplines.